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Provincial Peer Support Program

Provincial Peer Support Program

In addition to providing a strong hub of peer support services and programs at our head office in Toronto, the MDAO has 35 affiliate member organizations that offer peer support across the province. Recently, with the support of funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, we launched the Peer Support Provincial Capacity Building (PSCB) project. The purpose of the project is to help us better connect with and build the capacity of our 35 affiliate members, which run 54 peer support groups across Ontario.

The main purpose of the project is to come up with an organization and membership model that will be sensitive, flexible, and adaptable to the demands and expectations of each region. Funding will be used to implement training and develop volunteer, e-learning, and communication tools that will help strengthen the capacity and sustainability of the provincial peer-support network. The initiative will help remove barriers and standardize, peer-support and recovery programs for Ontarians living with mood disorders.

Telephone Information Support

Our toll-free telephone number (1-888-486-8236) allows callers from across the province to access information and support. Trained volunteers are available during office hours (Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) to provide callers with local support group details, guidance on how to find a doctor as well as offering peer to peer support.

Peer Support Groups

Regular drop-in peer support groups are held in a wide variety of locations throughout the province of Ontario. There is no registration required and all groups are free of charge. Confidentiality is always respected.